Description
The purpose of this course is to introduce you to the basics of project management. In the course, you will learn about project management processes and how they serve to strategically organize and execute a series of tasks required to accomplish a project goal. Project management skills, techniques, and tools will help you and your team complete the project efficiently and successfully.
Learning Objectives
Real-World Application
After taking this course, you will be able to immediately apply project management tools to improve planning, coordination, communication, and accountability across short- and long-term projects.
Developers
Janie Braid MS, DDAP Systems Coordinator, Penn State EPIS
Jordan Joyce MPS, Implementation Specialist, Penn State EPIS
Continuing Education
- Earn a certificate upon completion and submit it to your employer for continuing education credit.
- Pennsylvania educators earn Act 48 credits by completing this course.
- The PLP team is currently exploring additional opportunities to expand continuing education credit eligibility within Pennsylvania and to other states in the future.
What Learners are Saying
Learners shared that they plan to apply the course by strengthening project planning, organization, and implementation in their professional roles. Many highlighted the value of the five phases of project management, practical tools and guides, and strategies for improving communication, timelines, team coordination, and project closure.
